Emergency medical technician Jobs in Hartford ct

Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, as part of an inpatient / hospital unit, performs a variety of routine direct patient care as well as environmental and administrative support activities to promote the health, safety and comfort of patients and families. All patient care and support activities are completed in accordance with CCMC and unit policies and procedures.

DIRECT PATIENT CARE - Provides direct patient care (as defined by unit) that addresses the population-

specific needs of the patients on the unit. Activities may include any of the following :

Assist patient with feedings and personal care (e.g. hygiene, ambulating and activities of daily living, etc.).

Obtain vital signs, temperature, weight, height, head circumference or other patient data as required.

Obtain and test specimens (e.g. blood glucose, urine, pharyngeal swabs, etc.; 1 and 2 step point of care tests).

Apply splints and other orthopedic devices (slings, immobilizers); perform crutch walking instruction.

Perform EKGs.

Apply cardiac monitors, pulse oximetry, and non-invasive blood pressure cuffs.

Transport patients; assist with patient admissions and discharges.

Discontinues indwelling saline locks / IV.

Performs basic wound care including wound cleansing, irrigation, and preparation for provider; applies and documents basic wound dressings.

Provide all levels of observations for behavioral health / psychiatric patients as delegated / ordered by LIP or RN.

Demonstrates an awareness of safety needs and a basic knowledge of medical terminology, infection control, risk management and environment of care policies in all interactions with patients / families.

Responds with tact and discretion to the needs of patients and families, and reports needs beyond the Emergency Department Technician skill level to the RN.

DOCUMENTATION - Accurately documents patient information on appropriate forms. Demonstrates basic data entry and data retrieval competency in electronic patient records and / or patient supply systems utilized on unit.

UNIT SUPPORT ACTIVITIES - Maintains appropriate inventories of unit supplies in patient rooms / bedside stands, and in treatment, utility, medication and linen rooms.

• Cleans, maintains and inventories unit equipment.

Performs quality control checks on equipment or supplies as directed by the RN.

Education and / or Experience Required :

Education and / or Experience Preferred :

License and / or Certification Required :